Arsenal’s 18 match unbeaten run ends as Buendía fires Aston Villa to dramatic win
Story by Susan Mbamah
Arsenal’s impressive 18‑match unbeaten streak came to a shocking end on Saturday as Aston Villa stunned the Premier League leaders 2–1 at Villa Park.
Matty Cash put the hosts ahead in the first half with a precise low finish, before Arsenal equalised early in the second half through Leandro Trossard. Despite numerous chances for both sides, the match seemed destined for a draw until Emiliano Buendía capitalised on slack Arsenal defending in stoppage time, smashing a last‑gasp winner into the net.
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The dramatic victory boosts Aston Villa’s morale and keeps them in contention at the top end of the table, while Arsenal must regroup after suffering their first league defeat in nearly five months.
The result also allowed Manchester City to close the gap at the top of the table following their 3‑0 win over Sunderland earlier in the day, intensifying the Premier League title race.Arsenal’s 18‑Match Unbeaten Run Ends as Buendía Fires Aston Villa to Dramatic Win
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Arsenal’s impressive 18‑match unbeaten streak came to a shocking end on Saturday as Aston Villa stunned the Premier League leaders 2–1 at Villa Park.
Matty Cash put the hosts ahead in the first half with a precise low finish, before Arsenal equalised early in the second half through Leandro Trossard. Despite numerous chances for both sides, the match seemed destined for a draw until Emiliano Buendía capitalised on slack Arsenal defending in stoppage time, smashing a last‑gasp winner into the net.
The dramatic victory boosts Aston Villa’s morale and keeps them in contention at the top end of the table, while Arsenal must regroup after suffering their first league defeat in nearly five months.
The result also allowed Manchester City to close the gap at the top of the table following their 3‑0 win over Sunderland earlier in the day, intensifying the Premier League title race.
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